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Marc Paraguya

marc_paraguya BNU-Cavite Spartans Since 2009 (Active) Chess.com ♟♟♟♟♟
46.1%- 46.2%- 7.7%
Bullet 2010
129W 119L 8D
Blitz 2551
5893W 5994L 976D
Rapid 2452
653W 421L 183D
Daily 1844
592W 735L 45D

Marc Paraguya: The Chess Adventurer

Marc Paraguya, known in the digital chess arenas simply as marc_paraguya, is a player whose rating graph looks like a thrilling rollercoaster – but one with a steadily climbing track! Starting modestly in 2015 with rapid ratings under 1400, Marc quickly catapulted to near 2500 in rapid chess by 2024, proving that persistence (and maybe a healthy obsession with puzzles) pays off.

A blitz enthusiast to the core, Marc’s speed and sharp instincts have amassed over 5,000 wins in fast-paced battles. His blitz rating peaked at a whopping 2515 in 2022, a testament to lightning-fast calculations and a knack for surviving the chaos of time trouble. Bullet chess isn’t left out either – with quick reflexes, he's earned a solid average rating north of 2000, flashing tactical awareness that can make even grandmasters blink.

Daily chess shows a different side of Marc: a strategist who savors long, thoughtful games, maintaining respectable ratings while juggling hundreds of games. Despite some ups and downs, he approaches each move as if there’s a story to be told – right until the bitter endgame phase, where he truly shines, indulging in long battles averaging over 75 moves per win!

Known for his impressive comeback rate of nearly 88%, Marc seldom surrenders to despair. In fact, his ability to win after losing material taps into the legendary fighting spirit – almost 100% of the time, a lost piece doesn’t mean a lost game on his watch. His psychological resilience is legendary; although his tilt factor is 138 (because who hasn’t thrown a rook occasionally?), he quickly dusts himself off and returns to dominate the board.

Marc’s opening secrets are closely guarded, but with over 11,000 rapid and blitz games using “Top Secret” openings and over 50% win rates, one thing is clear: his opponents never quite know what’s coming, adding to the aura of mystery around his game.

Off the board, Marc's knowledge of his most frequent opponents reads like a chess soap opera. He's shared hundreds of battles with rivals like “123oblivion1231” and “anaguasoft,” building fierce rivalries worthy of Shakespearean drama – or at least some fiery post-game chats.

Whether blitzing a bullet game in just seconds or grinding out an epic daily match, Marc Paraguya’s chess journey is a mix of grit, wit, and a dash of humor sprinkled over 10+ years of passionate play. Watch out for his next move – it might just be his best yet!

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